The 2014 Wimbledon tennis championship has kicked off today with a number of technological innovations which are set to improve the way "digital fans" (spectators with mobile devices) engage with the action.

Given the recent boom in the wearable technology market, experts have decided to research the effectiveness of a number of fitness bands, with results showing that not all devices are as accurate as each other.

Senior research manager Melissa Rodriguez outlines the findings of the 2014 IHRSA Global Report

Samsung has unveiled a new prototype wristband that could be used to measure and collate a range of health and fitness data.

A new health and fitness app launched today promises to give users an insight into the extreme diets and workouts of Hollywood stars like Angelina Jolie, Christian Bale and Gerard Butler.

Technology giant IBM is pushing ahead with the development of predictive analytics to help experts forecast the outcome of sports games, while also providing fans with more intriguing statistics during contests.

A number of devices are currently in development that could be used to provide real-time data and metrics specific to individual players partaking in sport, giving audiences and commentators more detailed information on performance levels during contests.

A progressive shirt has been developed enabling fans to experience the same sensory sensations as athletes live during games and contests.

Ray Algar reports on an initiative that went beyond fundraising to touch on the very personal sphere of bone marrow donation

Pre-exercise assessment can be used not only to prevent injury among elite athletes, but also to make health club members stick to their routines and feel looked after

Whether for top athletes or recreational cyclists, the Wattbike offers benefits for both user and club

Heart rate-based training can motivate members to reach their goals, and with it help clubs boost member satisfaction and retention

CrossFit is a tough workout that gives fantastic results, but can it ever achieve mass market appeal?

Four entrepreneurs have been awarded a share of £101,000 in funding following a competition launched to bring progressive geography, technology and design-based ideas to life.

ukactive has launched a business performance benchmarking tool for gyms and leisure centres, enabling them to compare how their facility is performing against the industry average and rival establishments.

David Lloyd Leisure has teamed up with Universal Music UK to launch an exclusive music app aimed at boosting performance during exercise.

Lauren Applegarth looks at a council scheme to open multiple sites, each with their own specialism

Eric Vandenbeele presents an overview of the Belgian market, while Kristen Walsh highlights IHRSA's new Trends Report

ukactive teams up with Judy Murray to put family exercise on the agenda

From falls prevention to improving explosive power, studies show vibration technology is effective in a wide range of applications

ukactive's 'Turning the Tide on Obesity' campaign is the latest to rely on nudging. But what is nudging, and does it work? Tom Walker looks at what's involved

DNA profiling is quickly becoming a top trend for high profile sports athletes who are using the revolutionary technology to analyse whether or not they are getting the most out of their sporting genes.

A look at how fixed resistance equipment is being integrated into sports-specific training programmes

The world's largest trade fair for fitness, health and wellness takes place in Germany next month

Refurbishments require huge capital investment, so how do clubs make the most of them when complete?

The use of face recognition technology to monitor sports fans at the gates of stadiums continues to grow in prominence, with Australia the next country to be considering its use across its national grounds.

Microsoft is the latest company to join the fitness app trend by releasing the Bing Health & Fitness Windows Phone app.

A new patent granted to Apple suggests that the technology giant could be looking to create a sports monitoring system that attaches to a pair of earphones or headphones.

Canadian software company Geosports is developing an app to try and increase participation in sport in an age in which the developer believes people are less involved in sports and physical activity.

How Lizzy Yarnold's win at the Sochi Olympics is the result of a world class technology partnership combined with an innovative talent identification programme.